The Peace and Security Funders Group (PSFG) is a global network of public, private and family foundations, and individual philanthropists who make grants or expenditures that contribute to peace and global security. PSFG maintains an informed, engaged and collegial community of funders, whose numbers and investments in the field are steadily increasing. The organization is dedicated to enhancing the effectiveness of philanthropy that’s focused on peace and security issues. To this end, PSFG facilitates the exchange of information and ideas; fosters collaboration; and provides educational opportunities for its members. PSFG also encourages new funders to join the field.

Currently, PSFG has 58 members (both foundations and individuals) who support a range of peace/security issues, including (but not limited to) conflict, genocide and atrocities prevention; nuclear nonproliferation, security and disarmament; women’s leadership in peacebuilding; and cyber-security, drones and other national security issues. Members fund various types of strategies – like advocacy and grassroots, think tanks and research-oriented institutions, and visual arts and storytelling.

Location

Washington, D.C. The Fellow will be expected to attend staff meetings twice weekly, but will work remotely the rest of the week.

Job Description

The Peace and Security Funders Group has a part-time fellowship opening for the fall of 2015.

Reports to: Program Director

Status: Part-time (15-20 hrs/week)

Stipend: $250/month

Dates: September – December 2015

Job Responsibilities

Conduct research for PSFG Executive Director and Program Directors, including projects focused on gathering and utilizing data sets.

Work with qualitative survey data to develop charts and tables using Excel.

As necessary and directed by PSFG staff, attend substantive events and meetings, take detailed notes, and report on outcomes.

Assist the Program Director with outreach efforts to key peace and security partners, including by conducting research.

Assist in the refinement of a PSFG social media platform focused on peace and security and PSFG-relevant events, resources, articles, etc. utilizing Hoot Suite and other technologies to streamline our process.

To apply for the position listed below,please send your resume and a short cover letter (no longer than one page) by email to Meredith Stricker, Program Director, at mstricker@peaceandsecurity.org. The position has an associated stipend.

Deadline - Applications must be received by August 21.

For questions or more information, please contact Meredith Stricker at (202) 351-6821, extension 3, or mstricker@peaceandsecurity.org.